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Burnsville Farmer’s Market
Burnsville Center Mall 1178 Burnsville Center, Burnsville, MN, United StatesGet all of your shopping, grocery & eating needs met at the Burnsville Farmers’ Market located EVERY WEEKEND at Burnsville Center.
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Bloomington Farmers Market
Bloomington Civic Plaza 1800 W. Old Shakopee Rd., Bloomington, MN, United StatesPurchase local produce, fresh cut flowers, baked goods, and more at the Bloomington Farmers Market every Saturday June-October 17, 2026.
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The Big Bounce America
Mall of America 60 E. Broadway, Bloomington, MN, United StatesThe Big Bounce America is about to blow up (literally!) at Mall of America® for two weekends, July 25-26 & August 1-2.
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Summer Nights in Rice: Rosie Daze Band
Rice Park 109 W 4th St., Saint Paul, MN, United StatesSummer Nights in Rice is a free outdoor summer concert series occurring on select Wednesdays from 5:00pm -7:00pm, June through August. Grab a hot dog at Deb’s Hot Dogs in the park, visit local downtown Saint Paul restaurants for happy hour, and head to Rice Park for FREE live music, community connections, and hot summer...
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Panda Fest at Mall of America
Mall of America 60 E. Broadway, Bloomington, MN, United StatesPanda Fest is back in the Twin Cities July 31-August 2, 2026. Experience one of the largest outdoor Asian food festivals at Mall of America.
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Friday Night Nitro at Mall of America
Mall of America 60 E. Broadway, Bloomington, MN, United StatesHead to Mall of America on Friday, July 31 for an unforgettable event brought to you by F1RST Wrestling—Friday Night Nitro.
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Savannah Bananas
Target Field 1 Twins Way, Minneapolis, MN, United StatesAugust 7-9, Savannah Bananas take over Target Field in Minneapolis with their entertaining baseball fun, an event fans of all ages will enjoy.
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On the One Music Festival
Bloomington Central Station Park 8101 31st Ave S, Bloomington, MN, United StatesThe 5th Annual On the One Music Festival, presented by Avant Garde, returns to Central Station Park, for a high energy day of live music and DJ sets. Featuring Standout Twin Cities artists, the festival brings nonstop performances, good vibes, and an all-day celebration of sound and culture.
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2D Con 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Bloomington - Minneapolis South 7800 Normandale Boulevard, Bloomington, MN, United States2D Con returns to Bloomington, Minnesota. Aug 21–23, 2026 for three days of arcade, tabletop, PC LAN, cosplay, tournaments, and more.
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Minnesota Renaissance Festival
Minnesota Renaissance Festival 12364 Chestnut Blvd., Shakopee, MN, United States2026 festival open weekends August 22 - October 4, plus Labor Day & Festival Friday, October 2. Find ticket info and festival schedule highlights.
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Minnesota State Fair
Minnesota State Fairgrounds 1265 Snelling Ave. N., Saint Paul, MN, United StatesThe Minnesota State Fair is one of the largest and most beloved fairs in the United States, drawing millions every year to celebrate food, fun, and tradition.
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Nature Fest: Cultivando Comunidad
Minnesota Valley National Wildlife Refuge 3815 American Blvd. East, Bloomington, MN, United StatesNature Fest: Cultivando Comunidad returns for its fourth year with an exciting new theme! Presented by Minnesota Valley National Wildlife Refuge, Minnesota Valley Refuge Friends, The City of Bloomington, Huellas Latinas, Indigenous Roots, and the Minnesota Zoo, this community celebration brings people together to connect with nature, culture, and each other. Come enjoy a day...
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